Sophie Macon 
If you are looking for financial job vacancies, you’ll undoubtedly come across a number of roles associated with the environmental, social and governance (ESG) sector, including that of an ESG Analyst. Not only is this becoming an increasingly popular career choice, but it is also one of the most pronounced industry trends in recent times …
To become a CPA in Washington, you’ll need to meet the following requirements: Washington introduced three CPA licensure pathways on 20 November 2025, making it possible to qualify for a license with just a bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience. Washington also uses a 36-month credit window rather than the 30-month standard used bymost …
To become a CPA in Massachusetts, you’ll need to meet the following requirements: Massachusetts has not yet adopted the alternative 120-hour + 2 years experience pathway being introduced in many other states. As of June 2026, the full 150-hour education requirement remains in place for licensure. The Massachusetts Society of CPAs has been advocating for …
To become a CPA in Virginia, you’ll need to meet the following requirements: Virginia removed minimum total credit hour requirements from 1 January 2026, making it one of the few states where you can qualify for a CPA license based purely on degree level and accounting coursework, without needing a specific number of total credits. …
To become a CPA in Ohio, you’ll need to meet the following requirements: Ohio was the first state in the US to offer a pathway to CPA licensure requiring only 120 semester hours, effective 1 January 2026 under House Bill 238. Which rules you follow depends entirely on when you first sit for any exam …
To become a CPA in North Carolina, you’ll need to meet the following requirements: North Carolina introduced three CPA licensure pathways from 1 January 2026, making it possible to license without the traditional 150-hour requirement. The sections below cover education, the exam itself, experience, ethics, international candidates, ongoing CPE, and answers to frequently asked questions …
To become a CPA in Illinois, you’ll need to meet the following requirements: Illinois is introducing two new education and experience pathways from 1 January 2027, running alongside the existing 150-hour requirement. The sections below cover education, the exam itself, experience, ethics, international candidates, ongoing CPE, and answers to frequently asked questions in detail. Illinois …
To become a CPA in Pennsylvania, you’ll need to meet the following requirements: Pennsylvania offers three separate pathways to certification based on your education level, each with a different experience requirement attached. Choosing the right pathway for your situation can mean the difference between 1 year and 2 years of required work experience. The sections …
To become a CPA in Texas, you’ll need to meet the following requirements: Texas is in the middle of a transition: A new law creates two parallel pathways to certification, with different total education and experience requirements depending on which you choose. The 120-hour requirement to sit the exam applies either way. The sections below …
It can be a nail-biting experience waiting for your CAIA exam rescults, and even more so if you don’t know when results are announced. While CAIA Association provides reasonably accurate time guidance of results release, the wait has been longer due to the pandemic’s disruptions. To be helpful, here are our predicted CAIA exam results …